Estimator — Preconstruction & BIM Support

Power Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Power Construction in Chicago is seeking an Estimator (Dec ’26 / May ’27 grad) to support the preconstruction team through all phases of estimating and project planning. The role requires preparing quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, bid analyses, and value engineering, with travel around Chicago and suburbs.

You will collaborate with clients and subcontractors, maintain cost databases, and develop knowledge of market costs, general conditions, and scheduling, using Revit models to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field.
• Relevant estimating internship or construction industry experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and estimating software (WinEst, OST, SmartBid, BuildingConnected).
• Travel in and around Chicago and its suburbs.

Responsibilities

• Support the preconstruction team through all phases of estimating and project planning.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, bid analyses, and value engineering recommendations.
• Assist with subcontractor solicitation, bid review, negotiations, and subcontract administration.
• Maintain historical cost, unit pricing, and subcontractor databases.
• Develop working knowledge of market costs, general conditions, and preliminary scheduling.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Utilize Revit models and project documentation to support estimating efforts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction-related field

Internship in estimating

Tools

Excel

Word

WinEst

OST

SmartBid

BuildingConnected

Job description

Power Construction in Chicago is seeking an Estimator (Dec ’26 / May ’27 grad) to support the preconstruction team through all phases of estimating and project planning. The role requires preparing quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, bid analyses, and value engineering, with travel around Chicago and suburbs.

You will collaborate with clients and subcontractors, maintain cost databases, and develop knowledge of market costs, general conditions, and scheduling, using Revit models to support